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Cardiometabolic Disease and Polyphenols Cardiometabolic disease is the concurrence of several disease states, including impaired glucose tolerance, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and visceral adiposity. These risk factors predispose patients to chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes mellitus,... more
From Washington Post: The ubiquitous nutrition label on food packages is about to get its first overhaul in 20 years, a change that is likely to have a dramatic effect on what people choose to eat and drink and what products sell on supermarket shelves. Obama administration officials say the... more
William “Bill” Neal, MD (1940-2021), was a pediatric cardiologist who pioneered the “Coronary Artery Risk Detection in Appalachian Communities” (CARDIAC) initiative.(1) CARDIAC is a comprehensive school-based risk factor surveillance, intervention, and research initiative designed to... more
Michael Bloch, MD presents his talk on Resistant Hypertension at the 2018 Scientific Sessions in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The 2nd annual Pfizer ASPIRE Cardiovascular Grants Program offers individual grants from a total fund of US $2 million — Apply now! Are you or any of your collaborators involved in PCSK9-related research and looking for funding to support your work? Click here for... more
Introduction Telemedicine can help deliver care for cardiometabolic disorders, however it has not been used often by primary care providers in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC).(1,2) FQHC patients have higher prevalence of cardiometabolic disorders which increases their susceptibility to... more
The Heat is On! Foundation Takeover Thursday, May 29 | 7:15 – 8:30pm ET Let the Foundation of the NLA take over Opening Night of the #NLASessions—Miami style. We’re cranking up the energy and setting the tone for an unforgettable weekend with The Heat is On! Foundation Takeover. Join... more
Join us for our virtual business meeting! On behalf of the National Lipid Association, the 2020 Annual Business Meeting will be held electronically Monday, June 8, 2020 from 6:00-6:30 PM ET. Agenda: President’s Introduction Secretary / Treasurer’s Report Nominating... more
Thank you for attending the NLA Lipid University. We hope you were able to take home key points and broaden your knowledge in the lipidology field. For your convenience, below are the slide decks in PDF format if you wish to review further. more